"The birth of her first grandchild [Jake's nephew]. She had been looking forward to being a grandmother for years."

When mum got the disease, it gave us a chance to love her the way she had loved us.

"Cuddles with her 14 month old grandson. He's very careful with her, knows she's special."

"She doesn't walk very much anymore. And she has lost a large amount of weight."

It’s also so important to focus on your mental health and wellbeing, to keep you out of the depression and find the strength to go on. The memories may fade in someone with dementia, but they will live on in the memories of their family and friends.

"Fun times at the beach. She's 58 here. Her eyes aren't always open, and if they are, she's staring into the void."

"She still smiles and laughs sometimes. I have no idea why. I really hope she dies soon."